Øksfjordjøkelen

Øksfjordjøkelen extends over 42 square kilometers, reaching an elevation of 1,191 meters with its lower section starting at 330 meters above sea level.

Scientific observations of the glacier have documented changes in its dimensions, including a reduction from its previous peak elevation of 1,204 meters.

The glacier territory connects to the Sami people, who named it Ákšovuonjiehkki in their language and maintained connections with the surrounding landscape.

Visitors can reach the glacier through routes from both Loppa and Kvænangen municipalities, with the European route E6 providing primary access points.

The glacier maintains its presence as the ninth largest in mainland Norway, positioned near Svartfjellet, one of the highest peaks in Finnmark county.

Location: Loppa Municipality

Location: Kvænangen Municipality

Elevation above the sea: 1,191 m

GPS coordinates: 70.16667,22.05000

Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:26